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trip plans…

One of my frequent blog haunts is the one written by al. I enjoy his stories much and dream of travelling on weekend jaunts around some of the places he has been to. Apart from bieng a good writer / story teller, oldy is also an exceptional photographer. Check out his photo essays when you have time. I especially enjoyed the one on his trip to Lake Toba and it very high on my to-do lists when I can sneak a week off work. One of these days, I promise myself.

In a recent post, he mentioned this nice looking set of islands off the South coast of Singapore. Looks perfect for a weekend run out of the country and enjoy a day or two of camping and riding. Seems like a perfect way to go out there and enjoy the outdoors without obsessing over preparations. Must. Visit. A. Few. Islands. This. Year.


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Update: realized that the Grand daddy of exploring biking around Singapore has made a mention of Kundur too.

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4 Responses to “trip plans…”

  • 1
    Al
    July 8th, 2009 16:40

    Hi Nat,

    Yes – Kundur seems to be the best island so far in the Riau and Jan Boonstra concurs. But I will report on Bintan when I’m there July 9-11. Its more of a seafood/durian eating trip than a cycle one I’m told but I hope to put in 200km on the tikit.

    I hope you will have a chance to explore these fascinating islands soon since you are in the region. Its quite heavenly especially with your new foldie.

    Al

  • 2
    nat
    July 8th, 2009 17:31

    200 Kms on the Tikit eh. I am pretty sure it is going to be a blast.

    Although Bintan and more often Batam have been exploited for cheap tourism, I have heard some great places lurk in the S-E of the island. I was thinking on exploring Batam myself after my hiking trip in August.

    Your ride report is going to be pretty helpful :D

  • 3
    Al
    July 15th, 2009 11:47

    Hi Nat, we had a blast riding Bintan. Check out our video made by one of the friends.

    http://lovethefold.blogspot.com/2009/07/bintan-on-video.html

    Enjoy! Glad to read of yr foldie adventures to Changi too :)

    Al

  • 4
    nat
    July 15th, 2009 18:53

    Thanks much. Really had a good time watching it last night. Good documentary of the trip, would be much useful for anyone heading toward Bintan.

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